The truth about life and the human condition has never been better and more concisely expressed than in the Buddha's teaching on suffering, its cause and its cessation; that is, with his famous formula known as the Four Noble Truths. In fact, this brief and concise nucleus constitutes the foundation from which the rest of the Buddhist teachings emanate and on which they all rest. His wisdom remains suitable both for the scholar of Buddhist philosophy, for the habitual practitioner, and for anyone who, in any place and context, aspires to liberation.

Renowned teacher Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche delves into the Four Noble Truths and shows us the subtlety and sophistication that lies in these seemingly simple teachings. Trungpa emphasizes the relevance of it not only as a source of inspiration for those embarking on the path, but at any time in our lives. In his classic direct and humorous style, he shows us how we can apprehend the Buddha's teaching so that we can stop suffering before it starts.